Reply 8 | RES 820 | Grand Canyon University
2. Theresa
For this learner, the literature review has progressed from something confusing and unfamiliar to something fundamental and ongoing (Walter & Stouck, 2020). Once the learner’s point of view changes to accept the relevance, usefulness, and value of the literature review for every facet of research, and ultimately dissertation, they are more inclined to use the invaluable resource optimally. To obtain knowledge on a topic, its significance, and whether there is a need for study, substantial amounts of peer-reviewed and empirical literature must be read, to include articles within the literature reviews and their reference sections of each article. The learner will also need to utilize the literature review to research theoretical framework, theories, and models of previously studied similar topics, as well as problem spaces and gaps in the literature (Bridges, et al., 2020). If there is no need for the study, and/or the topic is of little significance, the literature will reflect that knowledge, and the learner can move on to other areas of study. When considering the theoretical framework, there are many options, but by researching similar topics, the learner can make a knowledgeable decision on the best course of action.
References:
Bridges, S., Banaszewski, C., Kelly, S., Wozniak, R., Banaszewski, C. (2020). Looking back, looking forward: The integrated literature review. In Grand Canyon University (Ed.), GCU doctoral research: The literature landscape. Retrieved from https://lc.gcumedia.com/res820/gcu-doctoral-research-the-literature-landscape/v1.1/#/chapter/8 Walter, L., & Stouck, J. (2020). Writing the literature review: Graduate student experiences. The Canadian Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, 11(1). https://doi.org/10.5206/cjsotl-rcacea.2020.1.8295 During RES-815 and RES-820, you have read and annotated 15 articles that could become part of your dissertation's literature review. As you move forward into your content-specific courses, how do you intend to independently expand your list of resources in preparation for defending your topic selection at your first residency? How will this work eventually develop into your research proposal? What is your plan to use the upcoming courses to continue to develop your literature review? Explain